Florida Legislature passes $100M climate change bill Community by Jill Horwitz - May 11, 2021May 11, 2021 Passing unanimously with bipartisan support, Senate Bill 1954 will direct $100 million a year to fight flooding and other climate risks in both coastal and inland communities. While most efforts to date have focused on sea level rise and protecting coastal properties, this bill creates a comprehensive and coordinated statewide
Seminole Tribe builds its first Climate Action Plan Community by Jill Horwitz - March 3, 2021March 3, 2021 The Climate Action Plan timeline sets in motion an ambitious year of holistic and inclusive planning with departments and tribal members. The Seminole Tribe of Florida has taken steps toward becoming a leader in climate change planning. The new Climate Resiliency Program will focus on curbing greenhouse gas emissions, understanding climate